Following a long list of stellar shows last year, 2018 is shaping up to be another busy twelve months for fashion fans, with a slew of major exhibitions that includes legendary designers such as Margiela and Alaïa.

The designer will pilot a major exhibition covering three decades of men's fashion at the fashion and costume museum in Florence. Slated for June 2018, the event coincides with the 94th edition of Pitti Uomo.

And they are off. Applications opened Friday for aspiring talent in the LVMH Prize, the most financially beneficial annual award in fashion. Young hopefuls - limited to under 40 years - have until February 4 to apply.

Exquisite ball gowns, precious daytime dresses and tailored suits all worn by successive generations of women in the Royal Family will go on display in a new exhibition at the Fashion Museum in Bath in February.